Egg toast is a simple and filling dish made by combining eggs with bread. It can be prepared as a quick breakfast, snack, or light meal. This recipe explains a basic savory egg toast, along with variations and tips.
INGREDIENTS
Basic Ingredients
2 slices of bread (white, brown, or whole wheat)
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk or water
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1 to 2 tablespoons oil or butter
Optional Add-ins
Finely chopped onion
Finely chopped tomato
Green chili (optional)
Fresh coriander or parsley
Grated cheese
Garlic (very finely chopped)
STEP 1: PREPARING THE EGG MIXTURE
Crack the eggs into a bowl.
Add milk or water to make the mixture softer and fluffier.
Add salt and black pepper.
Beat well using a fork or whisk until the yolks and whites are fully combined.
If using add-ins, mix chopped onion, tomato, green chili, herbs, or garlic into the egg mixture. Make sure everything is finely chopped so it cooks evenly.
STEP 2: PREPARING THE BREAD
Take the bread slices and trim the edges if you prefer a neat look, though this is optional.
If the bread is very fresh and soft, it is ready to use directly. Slightly stale bread works even better because it absorbs the egg mixture without breaking.
STEP 3: COATING THE BREAD
Dip one slice of bread into the egg mixture.
Flip it so both sides are evenly coated.
Do not soak for too long, or the bread may become too soft and tear.
Repeat with the second slice.
STEP 4: COOKING THE EGG TOAST
Heat a pan or tawa over medium heat.
Add oil or butter and spread it evenly.
Once hot, place the egg-coated bread slices onto the pan.
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on one side until the bottom is golden and the egg mixture is set.
Flip carefully using a spatula.
Cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes until fully cooked and lightly crisp.
If the toast is browning too quickly, reduce the heat and cook slowly so the egg cooks through.
STEP 5: FINAL CHECK
Press lightly on the center of the toast to ensure the egg is fully cooked.
There should be no liquid egg remaining inside.
Remove from the pan once done egg toast
